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Back Mountain Amish School
Middle School
9686 BACK MOUNTAIN RD, Milroy, PA 17063
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Enrollment
27
Student-Teacher
27:1
Grades
1st – 8th
Updated
2021-22
Updated 2021-22
About Back Mountain Amish School
Back Mountain Amish School is a Amish private middle school in Milroy, PA 17063. The school serves approximately 27 students in grades 1st – 8th with a student-teacher ratio of 27:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $70,928, where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a fringe rural setting.
What Parents Should Know
With an enrollment of 27 students, Back Mountain Amish School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.
The student-teacher ratio at Back Mountain Amish School is 27:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
As a private school, Back Mountain Amish School operates independently from the local public school district. Families considering this school should inquire about tuition costs, financial aid availability, and the admissions process. Private schools are not required to follow the same curriculum standards as public schools, which can be either an advantage or a consideration depending on your priorities.
Schools in Milroy
No public schools found in Milroy for comparison. 4 other private schools in the area.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27 students
- Type
- Private · Amish
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Address
- 9686 BACK MOUNTAIN RD, Milroy, PA 17063
- Data Year
- SY 2021-22
Why doesn't this school have a score?
We don't have enough verified data to rate this school fairly. Private schools in PA aren't required to report standardized test scores to the state, which limits the data available for our rating model.
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Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
9686 BACK MOUNTAIN RD, Milroy, PA 17063
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Back Mountain Amish School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. COFFEE RUN SCHOOL (rated 2.9/10, 6.8 miles away, in nearby Reedsville). Another option is MAPLE HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.8/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby Spring Mills). Additionally, SHALE BANK AMISH SCHOOL (rated 2.5/10, 1.0 miles away). For more schools in Milroy, see our Milroy schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 9.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| SHALE BANK AMISH SCHOOL Milroy | 1.0 mi | 2.5 |
| SUNNYVIEW SCHOOL Milroy | 1.3 mi | — |
| LOCUST HILL Milroy | 1.9 mi | — |
| BAREFOOT SCHOOL Milroy | 2.4 mi | 2.3 |
| CHURCH LANE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 3.0 mi | — |
| SHADY ACRE SCHOOL Reedsville | 3.1 mi | — |
| Indian Valley El Sch Reedsville | 3.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Indian Valley Intrmd Sch Reedsville | 3.6 mi | 7.0 |
| STONY HILL SCHOOL Reedsville | 3.8 mi | — |
| WOODLAND SCHOOL Reedsville | 4.4 mi | — |
| MAPLE HOLLOW AMISH SCHOOL Spring Mills | 7.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Mifflin Co HS Lewistown | 7.7 mi | 5.7 |
| COFFEE RUN SCHOOL Reedsville | 6.8 mi | 2.9 |
| Mifflin Co JHS Lewistown | 7.9 mi | 7.0 |
| SUNRISE SPECIAL EDUCATION AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 6.8 mi | — |
| BARRVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 6.8 mi | — |
| PINE GROVE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville | 7.3 mi | — |
| East Derry El Sch Lewistown | 8.2 mi | 6.5 |
| PLEASANT VIEW SCHOOL Belleville | 8.0 mi | — |
| Mifflin County Academy of Science and Technology Lewistown | 9.2 mi | — |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 17063 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$70,928
Median Home Value
$113,500
Median Rent
$689/mo
Population
3,191
College Educated
12.2%
Homeownership
86.7%
Avg Commute
28.4 min
Poverty Rate
30.7%
Median Age
36.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding Back Mountain Amish School has a median household income of $70,928. It is a community where 12% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $113,500, with a median rent of $689/month. The area has a poverty rate of 30.7%, indicating some economic challenges in the community. The average commute for residents is 28 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| 347 KUHNS RD Smicksburg, PA | — |
| ADELPHOI EDUCATION PARTIAL HOSPITALIZATION Latrobe, PA | — |
| BALD HILL SCHOOL Millville, PA | — |
| BARRVILLE AMISH SCHOOL Reedsville, PA | — |
| BEAR LANE SCHOOL Punxsutawney, PA | — |
| BEAVER VALLEY SCHOOL Sugar Grove, PA | — |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Back Mountain Amish School
What grades does Back Mountain Amish School serve?
Back Mountain Amish School serves students in grades 1st through 8th.
How many students attend Back Mountain Amish School?
Back Mountain Amish School has an enrollment of approximately 27 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Back Mountain Amish School?
The student-teacher ratio at Back Mountain Amish School is 27:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
Is Back Mountain Amish School a private school?
Yes, Back Mountain Amish School is a private coeducational school with a Amish affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Back Mountain Amish School a religious school?
Back Mountain Amish School has a Amish religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 1st – 8th
- Enrollment
- 27
- Gender Split
- 48% M / 52% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 27:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 1
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Amish
- School Day
- 6 hours
- Days Per Year
- 176 days
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- MIFFLIN
- Data Year
- 2022–2023
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